22991

Iarratas a dhéanamh ar chead pleanálá le haghaidh (1) athrú úsáide ar an bhfoirgneamh atá ann faoi láthair go hionad taighde, forbairt agus blaseadh gin luibheolaíochta (2) balla nua brící dearga a thógail ar an taobh theas agus taobh thoir den réadmhaoin le cláir thaispeántais I mBéarla agus I nGailge de stair an fhoirgnimh ar mhaithe le turasóireachta agus (3) suiteáil fuinneog bhreise feadh ingearchló thuaidh an fhoirgnimh atá ann faoi láthair mar aon leis na hoibreacha suímh go léir a bhaineann leis

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development constitutes a material contravention of the 'High Amenity' land use zoning objective, as light industrial or micro-enterprise uses are not permissible in this highly sensitive and scenic location.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed use as a micro-distillery/light industrial unit is not a permissible use class under the 'High Amenity' zoning objective, which is intended to protect highly sensitive and scenic locations from inappropriate development.
  • The development would result in a material contravention of the specific land use zoning objectives set out in the Waterford City and County Development Plan 2022-2028.
  • The proposal, including the associated signage, would adversely impact the visual and residential amenities of the area, which is designated as a 'Most Sensitive' landscape and situated along a scenic route.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Waterford City and County Development Plan 2022-2028High Amenity Zoning ObjectiveSection 6.2 of the DM standards

Decision Document Summary

Drioglann na nDeise Teoranta sought permission for the change of use of a former Coastguard building at Heilbhic, An Rinn, to a facility for the research, development, and tasting of herbal gin. Although presented as a research facility, the planning authority determined the proposal to be a micro-distillery/light industrial use. The application was refused by Waterford City and County Council because the site is located on lands zoned 'High Amenity,' where such industrial uses are not permitted...
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